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Formula One-loving care home resident plays Scalextric with racing driver
A Formula One-loving care home resident was ‘thrilled’ to receive a visit from an racing driver who she challenged to a competition. Joy raced against former racing driver Mike Wilds using a Formula One-themed Scalextric set. Mike is a British
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'I could not be more pleased': 90-year-old's joy as path to be made more accessible
CHANGES will be made to improve access to a river path after complaints. Dorset Council say they it be changing the layout of the safety barriers at the entrance to the historic River Frome trail on London Road in Dorchester. It comes after
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Portland's new mayor would like to see 'more harmony' amid barge tensions
PORTLAND has a new mayor - and she's vowed to do her best for the island and promote the good work going on. Sheila Miles said she'd also like see 'more harmony' in the community amid local tensions about the asylum seeker barge at Portland Port
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7 facts about Dorset you'll only know if you're a local
Every area has its own unique quirks and secrets that only locals would know - and Dorset has plenty of them! From local lingo to superstitions, there are always things about a place that would mean nothing to those outside it. Here are seven
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Campaigners celebrate after beach designated safe for bathing after two-year battle
Campaigners are celebrating after a two-year battle to see a beach in West Dorset re-designated as safe for bathing. Church Cliff Beach in Lyme Regis has been re-designated as a bathing beach following a two-year campaign from local campaigners
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Warning in place for thunderstorms and 'intense' downpours
Thunderstorms and ‘intense downpours’ could lead to disruption across the county, according to the Met Office. A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms has been put in place for today (Saturday, May 18) by the Met Office. The warning is in
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Man arrested after 'causing nuisance' in town centre
A man was arrested after acting in a disorderly manner in a town centre in Dorset, according to police. Yesterday morning (Friday, May 17), police were called to a report of an 'intoxicated' man acting in a 'disorderly' manner within Dorchester
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Check your change as 20p coin sells for 250 times its face value on eBay
A rare Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for 250 times its face value on eBay after inspiring a bidding war this week. The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008. The coin was minted without a date due to an error and quickly became a
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Can I stop my neighbour letting their property out on Airbnb?
Airbnb has become a source of income for property owners across the UK with thousands opting to let strangers live in their homes during peak tourist seasons. However, having such an operation next door can become a nuisance, leaving you wondering
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Cruise ship with more than 2,000 passengers aboard sails into port
A cruise ship carrying more than 2,000 people, christened by a Sex and the City star, has called into Portland. The Norwegian Dawn arrived at Portland Port at 6.10am this morning (Saturday, May 18) carrying around 2,332 passengers onboard.
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Enjoy Afternoon Tea in Dorset
If you're in the mood for a sweet treat to share with your loved ones, afternoon tea is the perfect in-between meal to delight your tastebuds. Enjoy the delicious delicacies in idyllic locations to suit your tastes, whether for a special occasion or
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Filming begins on third Downton Abbey movie written by its Dorset creator
Production is under way for a third movie spawned from the TV series created by a Dorset resident. Film crews and movie stars have been spotted filming a third Downton Abbey film at Highclere Castle near Newbury, Berkshire. Lord Julian Fellowes
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5 things to do on a staycation in Dorset
Across the decades, Dorset has inspired artists, musicians, writers and film makers. And yet it has no cities or motorways. Maybe this is why Dorset has drawn so many to explore its highways and byways. Its history is etched across breathtaking
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'This was a happy island - now everyone worries about being called a racist'
PORTLAND has changed in character since the asylum seekers barge was brought to the island – Dorset Council has been told. Martine Sommers told the council’s annual meeting that people on Portland were now afraid to speak out for fear of being
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All the new roles at Dorset Council revealed
DORCHESTER councillor Stella Jones has become the new Dorset Council chair, taking over from Val Pothecary. Another Dorchester councillor, Les Fry, becomes vice chair. Cllr Jones is believed to be the longest serving female councillor of a
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5 things to do on a staycation in Dorset
Across the decades, Dorset has inspired artists, musicians, writers and film makers. And yet it has no cities or motorways. Maybe this is why Dorset has drawn so many to explore its highways and byways. Its history is etched across breathtaking
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Major new homes plan for harbourside
SEVEN homes are being proposed for a harbourside site in Weymouth. If approved it will result in the demolition of the existing tyre and exhaust centre on Westwey Road, opposite the town’s main marina. Dorset Council is being asked to agree
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Over-bright street lights preventing people from sleeping to be replaced
OVER-BRIGHT street lights which have been disturbing residents’ sleep in Swanage could soon be replaced. Over a hundred ultra-bright LED lights have been fitted in the town, some almost two years ago. Ward councillor Bill Trite raised the issue
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Celebrate market town's history at popular fair today
A popular fair celebrating the town of Bridport has returned. Bridport Community Charter Fair is today, with stalls spread across various locations across town and events running through until around 3pm. More than 40 community stalls, including
